A Creative Alchemist Enjoys His Freedom – After Being Banished from His Hometown, He Is Now Free to Create Magical Items with Incredible Effects Under the Control of the Demon King - Episode 11

Episode 11: “Completing the Warehouse and Storage Space (with item management function)”

　──Demon King Luquier’s point of view──

　The Demon King, Luquier, watched in amazement as Thor began his work.
　Certainly, the creation of 『Simple Warehouse』 was permitted.
　However, he never thought he would suddenly start making it immediately.

“…Are you seriously planning to make it right now? Thor Regus.”
“Demon King, shhh.”
“Mabel?”
“Once this happens, Thor-sama can’t be stopped. And besides, he doesn’t create evil things.”
“You have a lot of trust in him, Mabel.”
“That’s right.”

　Mabel smiled.

“Thor-sama noticed that I have cold feet and suddenly decided to create a 『Warm Water Foot Bath Tub』. He’s the kind of person who can create something like that.”
“Is that the reason he made that?”
“Yes, that’s right.”
“It wasn’t for improving your magic circulation…?

　Demon King Luquier couldn’t help but prick up his ears.
　『Warm Water Foot Bath Tub』 was a rare item.
　An item that improves the circulation of magical power within the body could potentially be worth as much as a mansion.
　The reason he made it was because “he was worried about Mabel’s poor circulation (cold sensitivity).”

“What on earth are you thinking, alchemist?”
“Thor-sama is a kind person.”

　Mabel closed her eyes and muttered, as if she were telling a secret.

“So I believe in Thor-sama. I believe that this person from the Empire is a good messenger for us.”
“Um, well. I think it’s just as Mabel says.”

　Demon King Luquier nodded.

“Besides, Thor Regus seems to only be interested in making the items. Since he started working, he hasn’t heard me or Mabel. He has incredible concentration.”
“That’s true. Thor-sama’s passion for magic items is incredible.”
“He’s being immersed in it like a child.”
“Yes. Thor-sama, who is concentrating on crafting items, looked so cool.”
“That’s not what I’m talking about, Mabel?”

　Thor continued working while the Demon King, Luquier, and Mabel watched him.

　And then──

　──Thor’s point of view──

　I imagined the 『Simple Warehouse』 that was being listed in the 『Mail Order Catalogue』.
　Front and side views, aerial view, and angled view.
　I combined them and created a three-dimensional shape in my mind.

　However, the size was smaller than the dimensions written in the book.
　So that I could make it with materials I had on hand.
　And as simply as possible…

“Front view──created. Side view──created. Aerial view──created. A three-dimensional view developed.”

　As it declared, a semi-transparent 『Simple Warehouse』 appeared in the air.
　The only information available was a photograph. How accurately could I replicate the 『Simple Warehouse』 of the hero’s world?

　While thinking of the photo, I try to imagine the actual warehouse.

　The texture of the wall. Its hardness. Its colour.
　Weight. Temperature. Colour.
　Alright, the image was starting to take shape. Next was size.

“Shape compression──complete. Set the dimensions.”

　The warehouse depicted in the book was just a few metres in length and width.
　But it didn’t need to be something that big.
　It would be a nuisance to have it in my room, and it would require a lot of materials.
　I was going to create storage space inside anyway; the size on the outside didn’t really matter.

“Specify the dimensions. Height, width, depth… all 1.2 metres.”

　The image of a 『Simple Warehouse』 floating in the air changed.
　In front of me was a small warehouse large enough for a person to crouch inside.

“Determine the material──commence creation”

　I moved the floating image of the 『Simple Warehouse』 over to where the materials were.
　The translucent image overlapped with the metal.

“Generating a simple warehouse using the metal lumps as a material. Inject dark magic into the interior to create storage space. Stabilise the materials with the magic of 『Earth』. Strengthen the walls, floor, and roof.”

　The metal block changed its shape to match the image.

　Slowly, it took on the appearance of a warehouse—

“Execute 『Creative Alchemy』! Create a 『Simple Warehouse』!”

　Thump.

　A metallic 『Simple Warehouse』 appeared in front of me.

“……I did it.”

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『Simple Warehouse (Otherworldly)』 (Attributes: Earth, Wind, Darkness) (Rarity: ★★★★★☆)

　Powerful dark magic creates a separate space within.
　Using the magical power of wind, air is created within another space.
　Using the magic of the earth, another dimension is fixed and sealed away.

    A 『Simple Warehouse』 is a warehouse that has a separate space inside for storing items.
　Stored food, water, etc. can be kept without deterioration.
　Important items are automatically stored and classified.

　If you place it in the Demon King’s territory, it will automatically absorb dark magical power, so magic stones are not necessary.

　Physical destruction resistance: ★★★★★ (can only be destroyed by high-level magic. However, even high-level magic has no effect if stored within the internal space).
　Service life: 100 years.

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“So this is the 『Simple Warehouse』 in the hero’s world.”

　The finished box was 1.2 metres wide.
　There was a large door on the front, so you could enter.
　However, it had been completed, but… it was still far from being an item in the hero’s world.

   The warehouse listed in the 『Mail Order Catalogue』 had grooves for flushing rainwater, and there were holes for locking.
　But that was not the case with what I’d created.
　I couldn’t copy that much detail.
　There weren’t enough materials, and my skills weren’t good enough either.
　I had no choice but to cut out the details and simplify it.

“As expected, the items from the hero’s world are amazing.”

　But it was rewarding.

　The goal wasn’t to make a perfect replica of an item from another world.
　It was about making something that the Empire would beg on its knees for.

“Thor Regus. You are… incredible.”
“That’s amazing, Thor-sama!”

“Ah.”

　I forgot.
　The Demon King, Luquier, and Mabel were in the room.
　I was so engrossed in alchemy that I completely forgot about the two of them.

“Since I received permission, I have created a 『Simple Warehouse』 as a workshop. Your Majesty, the Demon King.”

　I said.

“I am grateful that you have given me permission to create a new room, even though I come from a foreign country. Thank you very much, Your Majesty the Demon King.”
“Well, normal humans can’t create rooms. Besides…”

　Demon King Luquier gazed upon the 1.2-metre-tall warehouse.

“It’s so small, it can’t be used as a workshop, can it?”
“I have thought about that.”
“What do you mean?”
“Your Majesty the Demon King, do you know that heroes from other worlds use things called 『Storage Boxes』 and 『Item Boxes』?”

“I know. It’s a storage space with infinite capacity, right?”
“This one has the same abilities added to it. I made it on the spot, so I don’t know if it worked or not.”
“…You’ve got to be kidding me, right?”

　Demon King Luquier said with a twisted face.

“So, are there really alchemists in the Empire who can manipulate space…?”
“…I don’t know if there’s anyone else who can do the same thing.”

　Probably not.
　The Empire was weak at dark magic.
　Even I couldn’t have created this with just my magic.

“Leaving aside the matter of the Empire, can I check inside first?”

　We would talk about that later.
　Make sure I have adequate storage space.
　I made it with a lot of effort, so I wanted to check the inside as soon as possible.

“I know it may be rude to do so in front of His Majesty, but is it alright?”
“Uh, yeah. I’ll allow it.”
“Thank you”
“May I join you, Thor-sama?”

　Mabel stepped forward.

“It’s my job to clean Thor’s room. This──erm.”
“It’s a 『Simple Warehouse』.”
“Umm, I think I’ll be cleaning up this 『Simple Warehouse』.”
“Sure. Go ahead.”

　The size of the warehouse entrance was 1.2 metres.
　You had to bend down to get inside.
　Of course, we couldn’t turn our backs on the Demon King, so I decided to turn the warehouse around.

　The door was… okay. It opens and closes smoothly.

“Well then, I’m off.”
“I’ll be off then, Demon King.”

　Mabel and I bowed to Demon King Luquier and then entered the 『Simple Warehouse』.

　──Inside the otherworldly 『Simple Warehouse』──

“It’s so spacious!”
“There’s so much space in that small box?!”

　Next to me, Mabel’s eyes were wide open.
　The inside of the warehouse was a huge space.
　The size was the same as a duke’s mansion. It was probably around that much.
　I was surprised too. I never thought it would be this spacious. I could put in as many items as I wanted here… or rather, I thought I could live here normally.

“That’s so amazing! I can dash to the edge! Thor-sama!”

　Mabel was running around the warehouse with her skirt fluttering.
　She spins around, runs to the wall, and comes back frolicking.

“Amazing! Such an item isn’t even in the Demon Castle’s treasure vault!”
“This is a replica of an item from the hero’s world. What’s amazing are the people of the world over there.”

　Jeez, it was just too extraordinary. That world.
　Well, it couldn’t be helped since it was the world of heroes.

“Thor-sama said earlier that his goal was to surpass the Hero.”

　Mabel looked at me with a strange expression.

“But Thor-sama was in the Dorgalian Empire. Its foundation was created by heroes from another world, right?
“Well, that’s true.”
“What you are saying, Thor-sama, is that you want to surpass the Empire… in other words, ‘you want to become the Empire’s greatest alchemist’?”
“…That’s about it.”

　That was sharp, Mabel.
　As she said, the Empire Foundation was created by heroes summoned from another world.
　That was why I wanted to go beyond the world of heroes.
　If I did that, I would have surpassed the empire that banished me.
　But, in the end…

“It’s just a matter of self-satisfaction.”
“……Hmm.”
“It’s been over 100 years since the hero summoning stopped. I’m interested in what the world would have been like if heroes had continued to exist and brought technology to this world.”
“Then the Hero’s world technology will remain in this world forever…”
“Yes. Perhaps this world could have become a convenient place like the Hero’s World.”
“But… if the hero summoning had continued, the Demon King’s territory might have been destroyed.”
“That’s not what I meant──”
“I know. Thor-sama is a kind person.”

“…………What’s going on? Mabel-san, are you alright…?”

” Thor-sama fixed my pendant. He even made items to heal my sensitivity to the cold. I know Thor-sama is a good person.”
“…Mabel-san.”
“I will never forget my gratitude towards Thor-sama. Both the pendant and the 『Warm Water Foot Bath Tub』 are carefully put in a box and hung with ribbons, which are carefully stored.”
“Oh no, please use it!”

　Aside from the pendant, 『Warm Water Foot Bath Tub』 was a practical item.
　I wanted her to use it, hear her feedback, and then use it to improve it.

“I said earlier that I wanted to repay the favour… but actually, it’s a little different.”

　Suddenly, Mabel grabbed my hand.
　Staring at me with those big eyes,

“I would like to help you so that you can live comfortably in the Demon King’s territory. I feel that the things you make are things that make people happy. So, let me help Thor-sama, the alchemist.”
“Thank you. Then, Mabel-san, please see what I’m going to make.”
“Yes!”
“So, this is the next item I’ll be making.”
“It’s too early! There’s no need to rush it!”
“No, it’s better to make these things while you’re in the mood──”

“What is going on?!” “Mabel!” “Thor!” “Answer me!”

“Your Majesty the Demon King?!”
“S-sorry. Both of us are safe!!”

　Mabel and I hurriedly replied.
　Even though Demon King Luquier was calling out to us, we didn’t notice.

　Because the inside of the warehouse was a different space, it was hard to hear the outside voice.

“It’s fine, as long as you’re safe. I was worried because there was no response when I hit the warehouse or shook it a while ago…”
“Did you hit or shake it?”
“I didn’t feel it at all……”

“──Is it alright for me to enter the warehouse?”

“Will His Majesty the Demon King also enter?”
“Isn’t that obvious? The guest has created a separate space within the castle. As the lord of the castle, I have no choice but to check whether it is safe or not.”
“But I thought it would be rude to invite His Majesty the Demon King to a warehouse I built…”
“Thor, have you created something dangerous?”
“No, I have no intention of doing that.”
“In that case, there’s no problem if I join in, right?”

　There wasn’t anything interesting here, though.
　I looked around the warehouse.
　There were no dangerous objects. Or rather, there were no objects there.
　Was it okay to invite the Demon King?

“I understand. Please go ahead, Your Majesty the Demon King.”
“Um.”

　The Demon King entered the warehouse.
　The Demon King looked surprised when he saw what was inside.

“I can’t believe you managed to create so much space in such a small warehouse…that’s incredible. Alchemist Thor Regus.”
“I am honoured by your praise, Your Majesty.”
“I see; it’s dimly lit inside. Its size is… about as large as the arena in the Demon King’s territory. It looks like it would be possible to make familiars fight.”

　The masked demon king looked around curiously.
　At that moment──

『An important item of SS rarity has been detected. It will be automatically stored within the space.』

　Suddenly, a voice was heard from inside the simple warehouse.

『「Recognition Inhibition Robe (All Attribute Defence)」 has been stored.』
『「Recognition Inhibition Mask (All Attribute Enhancement)」 has been stored.』

　A black robe and a silver mask appeared at my feet.
　It was something that Demon King Luquier had worn.

“…………What!?”

　In front of me was a beautiful blonde girl.
　She was wearing a jet black dress with jewels and ribbons on the chest.
　She had her big eyes open and stared right at me.
　The colour of her eyes was dark red. When I looked at them, I felt like I was being sucked in. They were filled with deep darkness, yet beautiful. Their appearance was like a work of art created by God.
　The girl’s body was slim. She was probably shorter than me.
　Yet I didn’t sense any weakness. Rather, I sensed an overflowing vitality.
　This was the true form of the Demon King Luquier. How beautiful…

　I suddenly realised my own lack of ability.
　Oh my god.
　No matter how powerful 『Creative Alchemy』 might be, it couldn’t compete with the beauty created by nature.

　The pinnacle of beauty, the Demon King Luquier, was like one of the items from the hero’s world.

“There’s still so much I don’t know about this world. I need to learn more…”

　As I was thinking about that──

“Wh-what happened────!?”

　Demon King Luquier’s scream echoed throughout the warehouse.

Translator Note:- There are gaps or spaces between conversations in this chapter. One line space represents one moment of silence before continuing, whereas two line space gaps represent the third person, or a faraway voice interrupting the conversation.